Cross-inscribed stone in Sceilg Mhichíl

In a natural cave on the SW side of Christ's Valley (KE104A001104-) on Sceilg Mhichíl. A Latin cross (H 0.24m; Wth 0.19m), with 'INRI' scratched above it, is carved on the smooth vertical face of a S-facing rock in the cave (O'Sullivan and Sheehan 1996, 287, no. 948 (23)) Compiled by: Elizabeth Byrne, Ursula Egan and Sheila Ronan, Archaeological Survey Unit, University College, Cork. Date of upload: 30 May 2011

Probably dating to the early medieval period, this cross-inscribed stone likely served a Christian devotional or commemorative purpose. The inscription of "INRI" suggests a connection to Christian iconography, possibly associated with the island's monastic or pilgrimage heritage.